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Mazda Sports Cars Ratings

Getting firsthand information from an actual car owner is one sure way to get an idea of car performance once it leaves the lot. Autobytel features real consumer reviews that give the unbiased experience of a car.

2004 Mazda RX-8 - 6 Speed Manual (M6)

Pros: Acceleration

Cons: Having to use Premium gas, the gas mileage, and how quick it burns oil

Advice: Don't buy this car if your job is 40 minutes away like mine. You will fill up twice a week!!

This car really hugs the curves and acceleration is awesome. I bought a Brillant Black with all the extras. GPS was really unnessasary for my lifestyle but I absolutely love it now. It has helped me many times and unlike Onstar you only pay for it once. The only grips I have is you have to add oil constantly because it burns so much of it. By 4,000 miles I had already added 2 Quarts. It also gets horrible gas mileage even though it says it gets 24 Highway I might be lucky to get 18. It only has a 15.9 gallon tank and you have to use PREMIUM gas!!

2004 Mazda MAZDASPEED MX-5 Miata - Base

Advice: Put this car last on your test drive list and you'll see what you've been missing.

This vehicle makes me giggle! Never did I think I would own an 'entry level' car and have it of this build quality and perfromance...with great looks to boot. Most bang for the buck BY FAR!!!!!! At work, people would ask whose little red sports car that is in the lot...imagine that....sports car!!! IT's a 4-door compact sedan! That tells you that this car screams 'performance' and delivers ten-fold!! I LOVE IT!!!! Stays flat in corners and it an absolute blast to drive on twisty roads. 2.3 liter 4 will blow away competition. We also looked at the Toyota Corolla. While nice, it just seemd too...geriatric maybe? We actually chose this car over a Subaru WRX...The interior is handsomely executed with great night lighting.

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5/10/2004 11:49:13 PM

2004 Mazda MAZDASPEED MX-5 Miata - Base

Pros: Turbo

Cons: Only 2 color choices

Advice: Just go for a Test Drive

Just unbelievable. You got to drive one, to fully understand. Tons of power. Build quality is second to none. Seating comfort is O.K. but then again, you didn't buy a Cadillac here, this is a high performance vehicle. (Suspension is very firm). Everything about the car is well thought out. Price wise, it's a steal. No competition whatsoever.

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4/29/2004 7:00:23 PM

2004 Mazda RX-8 - 6 Speed Manual (M6)

Pros: +5500RMP romp, unbelievable handling

Cons: Squeaky breaks, no dial speedometer

Advice: If you are looking for a sports car don't even consider the AT. Get the GT package.

Very responsive handling, braking. Power is definately best after 5500 RPM--considerably sluggish in the 2-4k range. Breaks squeak with mid-pressure (a very common complaint) which has been difficult to fix. Rotaries have some quirks--let it warm up, don't do a 'quick back out of the driveway or you will flood engine (requires a tow and 6 hours of reconditioning). Overall, for the money it would be very difficult to get the acceleration, handling and looks of the Rx-8 MT. For all its quirks I love it!

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4/19/2004 8:01:17 PM

2004 Mazda RX-8 - 6 Speed Manual (M6)

Pros: Dynamic stability

Cons: Gas consumption

Advice: Drive the 350Z. You will love the ride of the RX 8

Smooth ride with great support. Seats four with comfort and the Bose sound is amazing. This car is a complete package but gas mileage is not as reported by the sticker even with easy driving. I still love the car.

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4/19/2004 6:45:14 AM

2004 Mazda RX-8 - 6 Speed Manual (M6)

Pros: sporty

Cons: no spare

Advice: IF possible, Buy It!

I loved the pick-up and handling. I was disappointed in the fact that there was no spare. If a person were to blow a tire a flat tire fix kit will not do. The car is absolutely perfect. The back seat fit my 6 foot plus husband during the test drive. We are sold this is our next car.

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4/14/2004 4:47:43 AM

2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata - Shinsen (M5)

Pros: Convertible top.

Cons: Roominess and ease of entry.

Advice: Enjoy it.

I have been waiting to buy this car for 4 years. Finally my husband surprised me on Valentine's Day. Got a great deal at the Lake City Mazda dealer.....couldn't even buy a used one for the price we paid. The Shinsen is a real head turner.....the color is rare and the groud effects are great. Good gas mileage and best of all....Fun To Drive...I took it to the North Carolina mountains and it cornered beautifully. Great car for Mid Lifers who want to experience their youth without too high of a price.